☉ELDRION Arucard prowled ahead, his figure barely skimming past mine. "My darling, Aricen," he purred, halting. "I am quite delighted to see you." He paused, savoring the moment – like he owned it, his profile briefly visible before he continued, "Your choice of mask today… I like it.” I couldn't discern his intentions, but I could tell they were acquainted, or at least it appeared so. Yet, the masked male, Aricen, or whatever guise he wore, remained steadfast, not even a quiver in his jaw. Now I know the name of the being I shall kill. “Why free the Supreme’s prisoner and sow all this havoc? It is uncharacteristic of you to meddle in mortal affairs." Although he spoke, he remained unmoved. If I had even a fraction of my former strength, I would have crushed his skull against the sto

